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For three incredible days beginning August 19, fans of Disney entertainment will revel in new discoveries, special panels and presentations, movie screenings, celebrity appearances and autograph signings, plus new insights into movies, TV shows, theme parks, animation, Disney history, and more. It’s all part of Disney’sD23 Expo 2011 from August 19–21 at the Anaheim Convention Center.

Exciting details about the activities and events planned for the three days of Disney’s D23 Expo 2011 have been announced, and a complete, up-to-the-minute schedule can be found online at www.D23Expo.com. Tickets for D23 Expo 2011, which is open to the general public, are available at D23Expo.com, and are available for individual days or for the full three days of this Ultimate Disney Fan Event.

Highlights of the D23 Expo 2011include:

Exclusive Screenings & Sneak Peeks

D23 Expo 2011will offer guests the chance to get sneak peeks and screenings of upcoming Disney movies and TV shows and specials like The Avengers, Disney’s The Muppets, John Carter, Disney•Pixar’s Brave, The Lion King in 3D, Tim Burton’sFrankenweenie, Oz The Great and Powerful, Once Upon A Time, Prep & Landing: Naughty vs. Nice,and many others. D23 Expo 2011 also will present the U.S. premiere screening of The Lion King in Disney Digital 3D™.

Special Presentations and Panels

D23 Expo 2011 will offer fascinating explorations of the past, present, and future of Disney. Throughout the three days, scores of special panels and presentations will bring new insight into Disney history, let guests go “behind the magic” of Disney theme park attractions and movies, and get fans up close and personal with Disney’s legacy of unforgettable entertainment.

D23 ExpoShow Floor

A giant Show Floor filled with incredible pavilions and interactive areas assembles the entire world of Disney under one roof. From Disney’s global theme parks to the Company’s environmental initiatives, the Show Floor includes an area for collectors, a gathering of Disney licensees, a high-energy area devoted to Disney Channel, a pavilion dedicated to Walt Disney Animations Studios, and more.

Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives Exhibit

The legendary Walt Disney Archives will assemble a 12,000-square-foot exhibition featuring a beachside display of props, costumes and set pieces from LOST and Pirates of the Caribbean; a “House of de Vil” featuring the finalists and winner of Disney’s Fan Art Contest; a room devoted to 1982’s Tron, a display of vintage Mickey Mouse memorabilia, and much more. Plus, the Expo Show Floor will feature three iconic pieces: Walt Disney’s limousine, a 23-foot-long model of the Black Pearl fromPirates of the Caribbean and the Dharma Initiative Volkswagen van from LOST.

For D23 Expo 2011, Disney is launching the first-ever Ultimate Disney Trivia Tournament. Topics will range from classic to contemporary and from theme parks to films and everything in between. The tournament begins at 7:30 a.m. at the AnaheimConvention Center on Thursday, August 18, the day before the D23 Expo opens. Twenty semi-finalists will compete in front of a live audience during a dynamic show at 6 p.m. in Stage 23 on Friday, August 19 to win a special preview cruise on the Disney Fantasy.

Arena Presentations

The 4,000-seat Anaheim Convention Center Arena will be home to spectacular presentations throughout the three days of the Expo.The event kicks off with the Disney Legends ceremony, which honors individuals who have made significant contributions to the Disney legacy including Regis Philbin, Jim Henson and the voices of many of the Disney Princesses. Other highly anticipated sessions include presentations from The Walt Disney Studios, Walt Disney Parks & Resorts, Marvel Studios, and a rocking performance by the cast of the Disney Channel hit Shake It Up.

The three days of the D23 Expoare packed with excitement and activity. Below are selected highlights from the three-day D23 Exposchedule. Please note that because the D23 Expois a live experience, schedules, talent, locations, and descriptions are subject to change—so be sure to visit www.D23Expo.com for full updates and even more schedule details and surprises.

FRIDAY, August 19, 2011

Disney Store Opening Ceremony (D23 Members Only),9 a.m. Start off the day in grand style with Disney Store. Disney Living Pavilion

History of the Disneyland Hotel (D23 Members Only),9:30 a.m. See vintage film footage, featuring Walt, the Mouseketeers,Annette Funicello, and more! Stage 28

Disney Living Meet and Greet, 10 a.m.Join us for a Disney Store 25th anniversary artist signing with artist Jim Salvati. Disney Living Pavilion

Jake and the Never Land Pirates, 10 a.m.Character appearances by Disney Channel’s Jake, Captain Hook, and Mr. Smee.Disney Channel Pavilion

D23 Expo Talent Round-Up, 10:30 a.m.Join us for a meet and greet with Dream Store miniaturist and sculptor Robert Olszewski. Welcome Center

2011 Disney Legends Ceremony, 11 a.m. D23 Expo kicks off the first day by honoring the latest recipients in Disney’s 24-year tradition. Arena

The Wonderful Words of Disney… Behind the Page: Kingdom Keepers, 11:30 a.m.In his presentation, author Ridley Pearsondiscusses the Kingdom Keepers series and reveals his own behind-the-scenes adventures. Stage 28

Disney Living Story Time, 11:30 a.m. Hear a Disney story from Disney Publishing Worldwide. Disney Living Pavilion

Disney Store Opening Ceremony (D23 Members Only), 9:00 a.m. Start off the day in grand style with Disney Store. Disney Living Pavilion

The Wonderful Words of Disney…Behind the Page: Peter and The Starcatchers (D23 Members Only), 9:15 a.m. Disney Publishing is so proud to present best-selling authors Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson as they discuss the blockbuster seriesPeter and The Starcatchers, with focus on the new book, Bridge to Never Land. Stage 28

Screening of ABC’s Once Upon a Time, 12:45 p.m.Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz participate in a Q&A following a screening of their bold, new series about fairy-tale characters. Stage 23

Michael Giacchino’s Music of Pixar, 1:00 p.m.In this musical presentation, Michael Giacchino provides an earful of tunes and tales about his early influences for Pixar’s modern-day classic scores. Stage 28

The Characters of Monsters University, 5:00 p.m.Character designers behind Pixar’s upcoming animated feature Monsters University come together to discuss how they bring these wonderful characters to life. Stage 23

The Lion King 3D, 6:00 p.m. Get an exclusive advance screening of the Disney Digital 3D version of The Lion King. Arena

Perry-oke, 6:00 p.m.Head on over to the Platy-Bus for karaoke with the Disney Channel gang. Disney Channel Pavilion

Imagineering’s Guide to Creativity and Innovation, 6:30 p.m.A panel of Imagineers discusses how they use storytelling and technology to make Disney magic. Stage 28

MORE of The Wonderful World of Vintage Disneyland and Walt Disney World, 5:15 p.m. Film preservationist Ed Hobelmanand Imagineer Tony Baxter look back at vintage footage. Stage 23

Perry-oke, 6:00 p.m.Head on over to the Platy-Bus for karaoke with the Disney Channel gang. Disney Channel Pavilion

Tickets to D23 Expo 2011 are available at http://www.D23Expo.com. Admission includes access to all experiences and entertainment at the D23 Expo and can be purchased for single days or for three full days of festivities. Admission is $42 for a one-day adult ticket and $32 for children 3-12. Three-day passes are $121 for adults and $91 for children. Members of D23: The Official Community for Disney Fans will receive a discount on admission as well as early entry to each day of the D23 Expo for themselves and their guests. More details about D23 Expo entertainment, events and special guests will be announced in the coming weeks. Fans can keep up with all the news by visiting www.D23Expo.com, as well as by following “Disney D23” on Twitter and Facebook.